Jody MacManus

I currently work part-time, remotely, for an appraisal firm in Arizona. I do data entry, valuations, and research. The workload varies depending on the real estate market.

• Maintained efficient office operations by handling errands and administrative functions.
• Kept contacts organized with [Software] system to maintain readiness for future mailings.
• Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
• Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
• Completed appraisals on [Type] properties, supporting property transactions or for legal purposes.
• Performed appraisals in line with federal requirements and USPAP guidelines.
• Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
• Remained current on local areas through actively researching and garnering understanding of community values.
• Prepared purchase agreements and disclosures and used [Software] to complete paperwork.
• Assisted in minimizing discrepancies in valuation reports by cross-checking values against public records, MLS data, and previous appraisals.
• Reduced turnaround times for urgent requests by prioritizing workload according to client needs while maintaining attention to detail.
• Improved report quality by proofreading and editing drafts for consistency and compliance with industry guidelines.
• Maximized productivity through proficient use of appraisal software tools such as Clickforms or ACI Report Writer.
• Assisted in expediting appraisals by efficiently organizing and maintaining the database of comparable properties.
• Enhanced appraisal accuracy by meticulously researching and analyzing property data.
• Ensured adherence to USPAP standards throughout the entire appraisal process for consistent results.
• Prepared and maintained maps of boundaries, inventories of land, and structures and applicable exemptions.

I was an in-office appraiser assistant responsible for data entry, research, analysis and maintaining quota.

My husband and I owned a successful Real Estate Appraisal Company. I was the manager and the senior appraiser's assistant. I was responsible for a staff of five employees. I did data entry, extensive customer service, analysis, data research and maintained the database and files for the company. I did all the accounting and filing and was responsible for hiring when necessary.

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